: Description: I. General Summary of Position The Project Cost Accountant is responsible for general and cost and accounting functions focusing on customer projects. This includes calculating revenue based on the percent…
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Accountant jobs in Philadelphia, PA
Accountants record and interpret a company's financial activity. They prepare statements, reconcile accounts, close the books each month, and keep reporting in line with GAAP and tax requirements.
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Job Title: Staff Accountant Industry: Property Management/Real Estate Location: Glenside, PA Employment Type : Contract to Hire Pay: $30 - 32/hr. Work Schedule : 9:00 – 5:00 On-Site/remote?On-Site Benefits: This position…
$92.87k - $152.57k
provides feedback. Train new staff, as needed. Assists in setting goals and expectations for staff members and holds staff accountable for successful performance. Coaches team by providing specific feedback to improve pe…
Location: Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 Date Posted: 08/01/2026 Category: Accounting Education: Bachelor's Degree Delta-T Group is a nationwide provider of services to the social services, special-education, behavioral and allied-…
$70k
job summary: The Staff Accountant will play an integral role in our daily financial operations, monthly closing processes, and data-driven reporting cycles. This role is ideal for a proactive professional with 2+ years o…
they make. We enable our customers to meet the increasing and evolving requirements of the industries they serve. TITLE: Staff Accountant REPORTS TO: Sr. Accounting Manager FUNCTION: Corporate LOCATION: Conshohocken DIVI…
JOB DESCRIPTION Expression of Interest (EOI) - Accounting & Finance Location: Conshohocken, PA USA Employment Type: Full-Time Contract About Us Be part of the solution at Technip Energies and embark on a one of kind jour…
The Accounting Specialist is responsible for analyzing information, maintaining accurate records, assisting with accounting duties, and provide timely, courteous responses to inquiries or complaints from clients, vendors…
$75k - $110k
Job Details: Senior Tax Accountant Growing tax practice in Center City seeks experienced Staff and Senior Tax Accountants with experience preparing and reviewing individual, trust, estate and gift tax returns for high ne…
We are seeking a full time staff accountant with proven accounting experience to join our team in our Philadelphia office. We are a luxury handcrafted furniture & lighting manufacturer with a focus on meticulous design.…
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What accountants earn in Philadelphia
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $28–$37 | $59k–$76k |
| Mid level | $37–$50 | $76k–$103k |
| Senior | $47–$65 | $97k–$135k |
Adjusted for the Philadelphia market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
GAAPGeneral ledger accountingMonth-end closeAccount reconciliationExcel (pivot tables, lookups)QuickBooks or NetSuiteFinancial statement preparationAccruals and journal entriesAttention to detail
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through your month-end close process.
Describe the sequence you own — accruals, reconciliations, review, reporting — and your typical close timeline. Mention anything you did to shorten or clean it up.
How do you handle a reconciliation that will not balance?
Show a methodical approach: isolate the period, check common culprits like timing and duplicates, and document the resolution rather than plugging the difference.
Explain the difference between accrual and cash basis accounting.
Give the textbook distinction, then a quick example of how the same transaction lands differently under each. Keep it crisp.
Tell me about a time you found an error in the books.
Explain how you spotted it, quantified the impact, corrected it with proper entries, and what control you suggested so it would not recur.
What accounting systems have you worked in?
Name the systems and what you did in them — entries, reports, closes — not just exposure. Mention any migration or implementation experience.
How do you stay current with accounting standards?
Cite concrete habits: CPE courses, firm updates, or following FASB changes relevant to your industry. One recent standard you adapted to makes it credible.
How do you handle pressure during close or audit season?
Talk about preparation and checklists rather than heroics: reconciling throughout the month and keeping schedules audit-ready reduces the crunch.
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Resume tips that move the needle
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State the scope of the books you managed: revenue size, entity count, or number of accounts reconciled monthly.
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Quantify close improvements, such as reducing close from ten days to six.
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Name your systems and Excel depth specifically; 'QuickBooks, NetSuite, pivot tables, XLOOKUP' beats 'proficient in Excel'.
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List CPA status or progress prominently, including exams passed if you are mid-license.
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Include one audit interaction, such as preparing PBC schedules with no material adjustments.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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